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Sami Reads the Viewbook

Dec. 12, 2014—Now that I’ve been home for almost a week with no schoolwork (wait, what?), and have been trapped inside by a lovely and uncharacteristic California rainstorm, I’ve starting coming up with some pretty nerdy ways to entertain myself. And I missed my Vanderbilt so much that I decided to dig up the viewbook they sent...

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The Best Christmas Present

Dec. 12, 2014—As the stress and exhaustion of finals week crashed over me, I kept reminding myself that this time last year, all I wanted for Christmas was to be at Vanderbilt. With ED1 decisions just around the corner, I thought I’d share my Early Decision story.

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Can you play music without majoring in music?

Nov. 18, 2014—Whether you are a violinist, clarinetist, or tenor who loves Vanderbilt but would like to pursue engineering, psychology, or economics as a career, it is possible for you to be a part of the music program on campus without becoming a performance major at the Blair School of Music, even when you are accepted to a different school!

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Why You Should Add Vanderbilt to Your College List

Nov. 9, 2014—If you’re currently a high school senior, and you’re anything like me, the list of colleges you’re applying to is still in flux, and probably will be up until the very last day before apps are due. You’ve probably been looking forward to going to college for some time now, and it’s crazy to imagine...

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Dinner with the Chancellor

Nov. 6, 2014—A glimpse into the best Visions group on Vanderbilt's campus.

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It’s That Time Of The Year!

Oct. 11, 2014—A few pieces of advice for all the high school seniors out there.

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Social Media Loves Me

Aug. 18, 2014—Boy, was it fun moving in all the first-years at Commons on Saturday, though I'm sniffing a bit because that was my last time helping to move-in the freshies.

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5 Things That I Will Not Regret Doing In College

Jul. 16, 2014—Oh dear. I'm going to be a senior this year. How did I get so old so fast? Move-in day is still so fresh in my mind- most likely because I do it every year- but boy, did the past three years go by quickly. Say, did you just ask for advice, young ones? Here you go:

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My PreVU Story

May. 19, 2014—The college search process is not an easy one. Trust me, I know. A few years ago, I was in the same place that many readers may find themselves in now—approaching the end of junior year in high school, with a vague idea of where to apply, but no official campus tours to speak of....

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Stalking the Class of 2018

May. 4, 2014—I've been watching you, and you have questions. Well, I have some answers!

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